MRS. LAUREN STRASSER KWANKAM PA-C
NPI 1447690615
Physician Assistant in Durham, NC

Q: What is Lauren Kwankam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lauren Kwankam is 1447690615. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 2, 2013. The provider is also known as Ms. Lauren Elizabeth Strasser Pa-C.

Q: What is Lauren Kwankam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lauren Kwankam was last updated on December 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since July 02, 2013PECOS Enrolled

5306 NC HIGHWAY 55 STE 105, DURHAM, NC 27713(919) 646-4858(919) 679-7112 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 2, 2025, May 9, 2025, Apr 3, 2023 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2021).

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About Mrs. Lauren Strasser Kwankam Pa-c NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MRS. LAUREN STRASSER KWANKAM PA-C (NPI 1447690615) is an individual physician assistant in Durham, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (0010-04116) and active in the NPI registry since July 2013. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains a secondary practice location in Durham, and is a graduate of Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447690615

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363A00000X

Provider Legal NameMRS. LAUREN STRASSER KWANKAMCredential: PA-C

Location Address5306 NC HIGHWAY 55 STE 105Durham, NC 27713-7812

Mailing Address5306 Nc Highway 55 Ste 105Durham, NC 27713-7812 · (919) 646-4858 · Fax (919) 679-7112

Phone(919) 646-4858

Fax(919) 679-7112

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSBrody School Of Medicine At East Carolina UniversityGraduated 2012

Enumeration DateJuly 2, 2013

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedDecember 2, 2025

✔ NPI 1447690615 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363A00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 0010-04116

Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

Also ListedPhysician Assistant · MedicalTaxonomy 363AM0700X · License 0010-04116 (NC)

5306 NC HIGHWAY 55 STE 105, Durham, NC 27713

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Lauren Elizabeth Strasser Pa-c

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12511 Old Cornwallis Rd Ste 200Durham, NC 27713-1869 · Phone (919) 932-5700 · Fax (919) 933-6881

Other Identifiers 1

Other04116NC · Medical

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, UnitedHealthcare.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Mrs. Lauren Strasser Kwankam Pa-c is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID244473874

PECOS Enrollment IDI20130830000123

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 6

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99349

An established patient home visit is a medical appointment conducted at your home, typically lasting around 40 minutes. This service is ideal for patients who may find it difficult to travel to a healthcare facility. During this visit, a healthcare professional will evaluate your health status, manage your care, and answer any health-related questions you may have.

465 services72 patients

Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes 99350

An established patient home visit is a service where a healthcare professional visits a patient's home for a check-up or treatment. The visit typically lasts for about an hour. This service is especially beneficial for patients who may have difficulty traveling to a healthcare facility.

340 services77 patients

Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490

Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.

134 services72 patients

Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99439

Chronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.

88 services34 patients

Care management services for behavioral health conditions, 20 minutes or more clinical staff time directed by health care professional 99484

Care management for behavioral health involves a healthcare professional directing clinical staff to provide you with support for 20 minutes or more. This service can include planning your care, coordinating services, and managing your health conditions to improve your overall well-being.

34 services11 patients

Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99345

A new patient home visit is a comprehensive 75-minute appointment conducted at your home. The healthcare professional will assess your health, discuss any concerns, and create a personalized care plan. It's convenient, comfortable, and tailored to your specific needs.

22 services22 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27713 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$67.72 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $16.93 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

Most-billed visit code 99213

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 10

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Intermittent urinary catheter; straight tip, with or without coating (teflon, silicone, silicone elastomer, or hydrophilic, etc.), each A4351

DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF008N

1 supplier11 claims990 services$1.75 avg. paid by Medicare

Powered pressure reducing mattress overlay/pad, alternating, with pump, includes heavy duty E0181

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers16 claims16 services$13.05 avg. paid by Medicare

Hospital bed, semi-electric (head and foot adjustment), with any type side rails, with mattress E0260

DME-Hospital Beds · category DB000N

4 suppliers26 claims26 services$47.53 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$14.69 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

2 suppliers15 claims15 services$71.01 avg. paid by Medicare

Arformoterol, inhalation solution, fda approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme, unit dose form, 15 micrograms J7605

DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N

1 supplier11 claims656 services$4.76 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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